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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1897
Page
2
Fragmentary report outlines council chatter on building contracts and patronage. Mentions a Sabool building contract dispute, preferences for local contractors, and accusations of reward for votes. References Daviess County officials, medical director, and county auditing requirements amid weather concerns.
A garbled OCR fragment references campaigns, law, and court actions with mentions of Obie Turner, St Louis, and New York legal figures. It hints at tax records, a forced release, and a mysterious figure named Mr Helmand Welther, with scattered references to a Shoals and a Day. The text is incomplete and unclear.
A detailed account of the execution of a murderer known as Jones for killing four men. The piece describes the hangings at Northern Prison, the moments before and after the trigger, and mentions additional victims linked to Laventie and other prisoners. The report notes the principal witness and the religious service prior to execution.
Fragmented OCR reveals wedding reports at Christina chapel and Kinore area obituary for James Burranghe with six children, plus political text on Indiana legislators and state actions. Guests from Washington and West of the state linked to local families. wedding and funeral details sparse and uncertain due to damaged text.
Abstract and promotional notice touts Electric Bitters as a universal cure improving digestion and nerve function. Claims full blood purification and liver kidney support. price listed 41.00 per bottle at Dr J N Jones Drug Store. Also includes abstract book notices and appeals for community reports on local incidents and relief efforts.
Fragmented OCR reveals a chaotic report noting a Cuban officer, a promoti on program, and a seizure linked to a weapons or drug ring. Mentions of Miss Natalie Uti, Prince, and Berheloms hint at a scandalous court case tied to an alleged conspiracy and military intrigue.
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